as in bays
a part of a body of water that extends beyond the general shoreline
a secluded cove that smugglers once used
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Recent Examples of coves
Top 5 Can’t Miss Take a boat tour that stops at turquoise coves and remote beaches like Ilha do Farol and Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia.
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Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The Mediterranean island blends crystal-clear coves and chic beach towns while promising fewer tourists than neighboring destinations like Amalfi or Capri.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2025
Waves rose and slammed against beaches and coves.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2025
Throughout the year, beachgoers enjoy its rocky coves and expansive sand, as well as the cliffs and headlands that preside over its shorelines.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
The South Laguna stretch of beaches, including Treasure Island, is popular for its dramatic high cliffs, rocky outcroppings and remote coves.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
The following day is left intentionally open-ended—travelers may take a private boat from the hotel to Positano, visiting quiet coves and swimming spots along the way, or stay on property for a painting lesson on the terrace with a local artist.
—AFAR Media, 17 Oct. 2025
Smith Mountain Lake is the centerpiece of Smith Mountain Lake State Park, which boasts peaceful coves and waterways, as well as more than a dozen scenic hiking trails and a swimming beach.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
Wander the walking trails, picnic by the water’s edge, or dive into coves.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
The Mediterranean island blends crystal-clear coves and chic beach towns while promising fewer tourists than neighboring destinations like Amalfi or Capri.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2025
Waves rose and slammed against beaches and coves.
—Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 25 Oct. 2025
Throughout the year, beachgoers enjoy its rocky coves and expansive sand, as well as the cliffs and headlands that preside over its shorelines.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
The South Laguna stretch of beaches, including Treasure Island, is popular for its dramatic high cliffs, rocky outcroppings and remote coves.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
The following day is left intentionally open-ended—travelers may take a private boat from the hotel to Positano, visiting quiet coves and swimming spots along the way, or stay on property for a painting lesson on the terrace with a local artist.
—AFAR Media, 17 Oct. 2025
Smith Mountain Lake is the centerpiece of Smith Mountain Lake State Park, which boasts peaceful coves and waterways, as well as more than a dozen scenic hiking trails and a swimming beach.
—Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 12 Oct. 2025
Wander the walking trails, picnic by the water’s edge, or dive into coves.
—Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coves
Noun
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As a result of racist underfunding and limited development, two mysterious bays were ironically preserved.—
Mike Bezemek,
Outside,
29 Oct. 2025
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Minor coastal flooding is possible in bays and inlets along the north coast of eastern Cuba and minor coastal flooding is expected along the coast of Haiti.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Mangroves exist in the intertidal zones of warm rivers, estuaries and bays, growing in the sediment brought to the coast by the freshwater rivers and tides, according to the Australia Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
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In partnership with Leave No Trace, Martin County offers the tours for free, helping visitors discover the natural beauty of the coastline’s mangroves, estuaries, hammocks, and trails.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Coves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coves. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.
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